Sr Internal Auditor - IT

Position Overview

Salary: $90,000.00/Yr - $105,000.00/Yr
Schedule: FULL_TIME
The position of Internal Auditor - IT Audit Senior is responsible for conducting audits of internal controls and bank operations, performing testing related to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, and supervising the work performed by Staff Auditors. This entails assisting management in the planning and scoping of individual audits, performing test procedures, and preparing final reports in conformance with department standards. It also involves interacting with management in identifying risks during planning and discussing any identified audit exceptions. The role upholds the core Corporate Values of Integrity, Ownership, Simplicity, Teamwork, and Service Culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a good working knowledge of professional auditing standards, bank regulatory requirements, IT/Cybersecurity developments, and department operating procedures.
• Review regulatory and technology processes to assess business risk, internal control, and the overall effectiveness and efficiency of processes, including risks associated with Sarbanes-Oxley and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Participate in the risk identification process and evaluation and testing of business processes and their related controls.
• Work independently to complete audits of moderate complexity as well as assist in other audits, ensuring timeliness, quality, budget adherence, and productivity.
• Assist in the planning of audits and review bank operations to evaluate the sufficiency of internal controls, compliance with policy and regulations, and identify improvement areas.
• Produce high quality work papers that support audit conclusions and comply with department standards.
• Communicate in a timely manner with audit management regarding work status and any issues impacting timelines, budget, or audit scope.
• Effectively communicate audit results to management both verbally and in writing.
• Collaborate with Internal Audit management and various lines of business to deliver value-added recommendations for issue remediation.
• Maintain positive relationships with external auditors and regulatory examiners.
• Adhere to the Bank's Information Security policies and ensure secure handling of client and confidential bank information.
• Avoid all real or perceived conflicts of interest while maintaining client privacy and confidentiality.
• Complete and pass all assigned eLearning courses and certifications as required.
• Comply with bank policies and Federal regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act, and OFAC regulations, ensuring accurate recordkeeping such as Currency Transaction Reports and Suspicious Activity Reports.
• Undertake special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in information systems, computer science, accounting, finance, or business administration.
• Experience Required: Two to five years of experience in IT audit, internal auditing, public accounting, or regulatory compliance, with an emphasis on financial services.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, software/application development, and cybersecurity concepts.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, across all levels within the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects both individually and as part of a team while evaluating bank operations, rules, and regulations.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to complete assignments in a timely manner.
• High level of personal integrity with sound judgment, maturity, and confidentiality.
• Ability to interact positively and constructively with all levels of bank personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a CISA, CISSP, CPA, CIA, CAMS, or CRCM, or equivalent; certification in process will be considered.

Benefits & Perks

• Paid time off for vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Health insurance
• Stock options
• Bonus programs
• Generous 4% 401(k) matching plus a 3% annual contribution (7% total employer contribution)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs
• Pre-tax health and dependent-care spending plans